Tucked quietly within one of Takapuna's most tightly held seaside enclaves, this extraordinary Chapman Taylor residence offers a lifestyle that is often dreamt of but increasingly rare to find. Positioned on a sun-filled corner site between two peaceful cul-de-sacs, with Takapuna Beach just steps away, each day begins and ends with the beauty of your environment and coastal living. Morning swims, beachfront walks, breakfast in the garden and sunset dinners become part of the rhythm of daily life.
Throughout the residence, the craftsmanship synonymous with Chapman Taylor's work remains beautifully intact and is now fully restored. Steel-paned windows frame garden vistas, adzed timber doors reveal rooms filled with character, beamed ceilings add warmth and texture, and a magnificent hand-painted fresco graces the master suite. The iconic coal range in the original kitchen and inviting inglenook fireplace stand as enduring reminders of a bygone era, when homes were designed not merely to impress, but to nurture family life.
A thoughtfully conceived contemporary addition, connected by a glass walled walkway, provides the perfect balance between heritage charm and modern comfort. Beneath soaring chapel ceilings, the impressive kitchen and family living spaces are bathed in natural light through expansive walls of glass that open seamlessly to the sun-filled terrace with a big open fire and beautifully landscaped gardens. A Le Cornue range takes pride of place alongside a generous butler's pantry, while the original kitchen, complete with its coal range and now complemented by an AGA, remains as a treasured link to the home's past.
The accommodation is perfectly suited to modern families and professionals alike. Practical additions include modern wiring and plumbing, new kitchen and bathrooms - all designed to blend harmoniously plus the new internal access garage, enclosed carport and boat garage enhance everyday ease. Surrounding the home, exquisite gardens designed by renowned landscape designer Xanthe White and inspired from the original fresco in the bedroom, create a series of enchanting outdoor spaces for visual enjoyment, relaxing and entertaining. Whether relaxing beside an open fire, entertaining on the terrace or enjoying a quiet moment in the sun, every aspect of this property has been thoughtfully composed to delight the senses.
Rarely does a home of such architectural significance become available. Rich in history, lovingly restored and completely turnkey, this is more than a beautiful residence – it is an experience, a sanctuary, and an opportunity to become the next custodian of one of Chapman Taylor's most cherished homes.
Homes such as this are not simply bought; they are treasured.
